Meteorologist

Bristol, Washington County, VA
Job Description

WCYB-TV News 5, the NBC and FOX affiliate serving the Tri-Cities, is seeking a Meteorologist/Reporter who is passionate about accurate forecasting, impactful storytelling, and serving the community. This role combines weather forecasting, reporting, and content creation across broadcast, digital, and social media platforms to deliver meaningful coverage that informs, engages, and connects with viewers.


The main day to day responsibilities of the role will include, but are not limited to...

  • Forecast, produce, and present compelling weathercasts that combine accurate forecasting with forward-thinking storytelling to help viewers understand what's ahead and how it may affect their lives.
  • Issue timely warnings and alerts, create compelling weather graphics and maps, and deliver confident live coverage during severe weather and other significant weather events.
  • Contribute to the station's social media coverage during severe weather and create engaging weather content for broadcast, digital, and social platforms.
  • Develop story ideas, cultivate community sources, and report on weather, environmental, and general news stories that inform and impact local audiences.
  • Collaborate with producers and newsroom staff to identify and deliver relevant weather coverage for both breaking news and everyday forecasts.
  • Adapt to a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends, holidays, and extended coverage during significant weather events.
  • Represent the station at community events and public appearances, serving as a trusted ambassador for a brand with a 70-year legacy of serving the community.
What skills do you need to be successful in our role?

  • Ability to tell memorable and meaningful stories through compelling weather coverage across broadcast, digital, and social media platforms.
  • Experience delivering engaging live reports and active, visual coverage during significant weather events and extended severe weather coverage.
  • Strong knowledge of short-term, long-range, and impact-based forecasting.
  • Sound news judgment and the ability to write clear, accurate, and engaging content under deadline.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt quickly to changing conditions, and consistently meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Bachelor's degree in Meteorology, Atmospheric Science, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
  • One to two years of full-time experience in weather forecasting, presentation, and reporting preferred. Recent graduates with strong forecasting, storytelling, and on-air skills are encouraged to apply.
  • Proven ability to work collaboratively in a newsroom environment and perform effectively under deadline pressure.
  • Familiarity with The Weather Company (formerly WSI) weather systems and forecasting tools is strongly preferred.
For more than 70 years, WCYB-TV has proudly served the Tri-Cities with trusted local news and weather coverage. This is an opportunity to join an experienced, community-focused newsroom, grow your skills across multiple platforms, and help deliver the information viewers rely on every day.


While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel.


EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:


Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Us

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates, and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR, and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at

About the Team

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.
Posted 2026-06-25

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